The grieving sisters of a 38-year-old have paid tribute to their 'caring and popular' brother after he was discovered dead at home.

The body of Danny Beardmore was found by a friend after concerns were raised for the welfare of the dad-of-four who had failed to respond to calls and texts.

Now three of the former Leek High School pupil's sisters have led the tributes and revealed how Danny had touched many lives before his sudden death.

Sister Caroline Gayes, aged 35, of Leek, said: "He was just the best brother we could have hoped for and he would do anything for you. He was just an amazing uncle to his nieces and nephews."

The inquest took place at North Staffordshire Coroner's Court

Danny landed a job as a furniture maker after leaving school before qualifying as a fork-lift truck driver and was working at Ornua Foods, in Leek, when he died.

His funeral service at St Luke's Church, in Leek, was packed out with friends, relatives and work colleagues.

Sister Sarah Beardmore, aged 31, of Leek, said: "He would always make an effort to see people. At his work they shut the line down on the day of his funeral because so many wanted to attend. It wasn't just that they worked with him - they all liked him.

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